Dora Epeh
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments, and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Reliable rehabilitation technician enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Westminster Village North
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
- Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
- Facilitated social interactions among senior residents through group activities, events, and outings.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each client, addressing specific needs and goals.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare professionals on any changes or concerns regularly.
- Increased client satisfaction by offering companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations throughout the day.
- Promoted independence among elderly clients by teaching them new skills or assisting them in relearning old ones as needed.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Conducted regular home safety checks to identify potential hazards ensuring a secure environment for the elderly.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations while documenting and sharing pertinent information with authorized parties.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Caregiver Attendant
Bingo Annex, Cameroon
02.2017 - 04.2019
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Ensured patient safety through diligent monitoring and adherence to care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Administered medications accurately, contributing to overall health and well-being of patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members for optimal patient outcomes and coordinated care.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, facilitating informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, fostering positive relationships.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient needs, adjusting care plans as necessary for improved quality of life.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home, hospital, and other care settings by coordinating services and sharing information with relevant parties.
- Increased patient mobility through physical therapy exercises and proper use of assistive devices.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, ensuring a clean and comfortable environment for patients.
- Implemented strategies to prevent falls and accidents in the home setting, reducing risk of injury to patients.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques, empowering them to participate in their loved one''s care effectively.
- Organized recreational activities for patients'' mental stimulation and social engagement, enhancing their quality of life.
- Supported patients in adhering to dietary requirements, preparing nutritious meals tailored to their specific needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to their concerns and empathizing with their experiences.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans that addressed all aspects of the client's wellbeing.
- Promoted continuity of care by updating family members on changes in the patient''s condition or treatment plan.
- Assisted patients in managing chronic conditions, helping them develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Education
High School Diploma -
College Luc Bell
Douala, Cameroon09.2023
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living
- Data Confidentiality
- Basic Housekeeping
- First aid and safety
- Patient Advocacy
- Care Plan Management
- Relationship Building
- Client documentation
- Documentation And Reporting
- Patient Companionship
- Care Plan Development
- Post Operative Care
- Housekeeping Duties
- Palliative Care
- Social interaction
- Behavior redirection
- End of life care
- Rehabilitation Exercise
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Housekeeping
- State regulations knowledge
- Recreational Activities
- Patient Care
- Physical therapy support
- Behavioral Management
- Dementia Care
- Emotional Support
- [Language] Fluency
- Elderly Advocacy
- Alzheimer's support
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Infection Control
- Client Education
- Physical therapy
- Convalescence Support
- Patient Ambulation
- Safety Compliance
- Caring Companionship
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Personal Care Homemaker
- CPR/AED
- Effective Communication
- Progress Documentation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Client satisfaction
- Self Motivation
- Clear Communication
Handball and volleyball
I love playing handball and volleyball,. I play every weekend, with my family, friends and sometimes with colleague who share the same passion.
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Westminster Village North
02.2024 - Current
Caregiver Attendant
Bingo Annex, Cameroon
02.2017 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
College Luc Bell